Recent content by MrNor78

it’s called Gas guitar acquisition syndrome I suffer from the same affliction

im debating some kind of modified x bracing since its not a full sized upright bass. Less area so im gonna experiment.. but would like to know the original bracing pattern to go off of.

Oh I intend to. Sourcing materials already. Plan to start in January once I have caught up with repair work. Take a week or 2 off and build some toys for me

Ok I’ll look it up.. interesting..

Yea and I figure none of my kids took up music so if it only lasts as long as I do then ok. I’m also gonna make the neck removable (bolt on) so if I needs to “fix” anything down the line it will be easier

awesome. Thanks for the info man. Appreciate you. That would be awesome thanks

Thanks

Thanks man

Building for porch jams we have regularly. Always missing the low end and there just aren’t any ABG’s that will keep up with the other acoustic instruments. I was gonna build a banjo bass out of an old bass drum. But this seems way cooler, more vibe and easier to move around with.

Here’s a link to a video on the bass

Hey all, I’m looking into building an Oahu flattop bass. If you haven’t seen one I’ll include a video link. I can’t find anything on the bracing pattern or even pics. Anyone have any info on these? 30’s flattop upright bass. Not as big as a traditional more of a 1-3 size I feel like. I’ve...